2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1996 Proton Persona
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 118 kg more than 1996 Proton Persona.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Spark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Spark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Proton Persona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Proton Persona (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 1996 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
| Model | Spark | Persona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
